Voce Viva by Valentino

Latest addition to my collection: I loved it at first, but now I notice something synthetic and weird, typical of bergamot notes that have happened to me before. Ideal for a sunny spring day without too much heat, perfect for the office or enclosed spaces. The longevity is good, especially on clothes. It’s luminous, with noticeable citrus and white flowers over a rich vanilla base. The bottle fits perfectly with its gold tones and simple yet versatile design. I wouldn’t buy it again because I already have others that serve the same function and I prefer them.

Exquisite. I tried it thanks to a friend and was so fascinated that I bought it for my sister. It reminds me of Givenchy’s ‘L’Interdit’ (2022 batch) due to that white floral and citrus side. The difference is that this one is sweeter thanks to the vanilla and the citrus plays a lesser role, whereas the other is more citrusy and, in my opinion, has better aromatic quality. My sister gets all-day wear on it, though it varies by skin; on me, not so much, but it easily reaches five hours. I recommend it for being very versatile: special occasions or school/work. Not for hot weather, but yes for autumn or spring if it’s not above 30 degrees.

I’m looking for sweet floral-fruit fragrances that don’t hurt the head. This one is rich and very feminine. Note: not for everyone. It’s pretty and rich: starts with a citrus note with an enveloping touch of flowers, sparkling. After half an hour, it dries into a mild sweet finish, nothing cloying, making it more durable and giving it character for an elegant girl. A fresh scent for daily life, the office, or an afternoon outing without bothering anyone and without strong sillage. Honestly, it’s not the type of perfume that makes you sigh ‘waoooo’. My first impression was ‘waoooo, it smells like Zara’s Hibiscus’. Very similar in the dry-down, but it changes to floral with a slight sweet point. If you have the Zara one, it gives you an idea; it’s not identical but there’s a similarity. Zara is more affordable and lasts 6-7 hours on skin and longer on clothes. The Valentino lasts on clothes until washed and on skin more than 12 hours from 5 PM until the next shower, without the sweetness being annoying but rather adding elegance. It lasts in hair until washed.

It’s elegant, feminine, citrusy, floral, and powdery but not invasive. The sandalwood gives it that warmth and sensuality ideal for night and cold days; the citrus complements the gardenia and bergamot, giving it a very pleasant delicacy. It lasted all day for me, very good fixation.

I know there are many dupes, but I just love this one. Since I smelled it, it transmitted so much peace. It smells elegant 😍 I LOVE IT! I would buy it over and over again. It’s almost impossible for someone to be bothered by it, so I consider it a very safe blind buy.

YSL Libre’s sister scent…

Versatile, easy to wear, warm yet sophisticated. It’s a very pleasant aroma. You can really smell the orange blossom and the citrus… the base is quite sweet due to the vanilla and tonka bean. There’s a powdery undertone that adds sophistication, likely from the musk. Very happy with this latest purchase. I recommend buying it blind. I doubt anyone would dislike this scent.

I love it; I feel feminine and elegant wearing it 🥰

Even though they say it’s ‘more of the same’ and lacks anything special, to me it’s the classic for everything, and I always get compliments. The projection is brutal, especially on me, and I always smell those white flowers with ginger and an embracing sweetness. When my boyfriend gets close, he says ‘you smell so good,’ and that’s how Voce Viva won me over. Highly recommended.

Caramel and vanilla from the tonka bean, very warm, ideal for winter and autumn, and much more suitable for night. It’s very long-lasting with medium sillage. I’d rate it as a good perfume, but nothing original, for sure. It smells sweet, warm, and even a bit sticky. There are many similar ones, which is its flaw. Now, the perfume is high quality. I can’t distinguish citrus or florals, only vanilla and tonka bean. I wouldn’t buy it again because it’s expensive on top of that. 😘😘😘

I love it. At first, it might seem like another copy, but you have to give it a few minutes and, oh surprise! Delightful, well-combined notes appear. What attracts me to perfumes is identifying the notes, so the fragrance becomes more interesting. I can feel the freshness of the ginger and citrus, along with the vanilla and delicate white flowers. There’s also a hint of wood, but very little, keeping it sweet yet light. I adore its development and transformation in just a few minutes. It has great fixation and longevity; I’ll let you know later.

It’s a sweeter version of Libre, but lacks the projection and longevity. They’re very similar. It’s okay for daytime if you want to wear it, but otherwise, just buy the original Libre. If it feels heavy to you, try the EDT. The sweet touch is nice, but for what it offers, it’s not worth the price. Sorry, Valentino, I’m sticking with my Donna.

Valentino Voce Viva: ultra-feminine, sophisticated yet unpretentious. It’s a white floral with vanilla, sweet but not cloying, simple and pleasant for those around you. Versatile for day or work, maybe not for a night party but perfect for a casual outing. Moderate performance and a somewhat high price. I would love to gift or receive it. After a few hours, it leans slightly toward YSL’s Libre. For lovers of elegant white perfumes that are lightly sweet, like Ralph Lauren’s Woman.

In theory, this perfume should charm me with orange blossom, gardenia, and tonka bean. But Voce Viva confuses me. I find the quality and performance low. The opening is very alcoholic, and you have to wait a minute to feel that floral-vanilla scent that others do better, like L’Eclat, Libre, or Alive. With such a good recipe and the right moment, it just didn’t come together. It smells like nameless white flowers and a bland sweetness. The worst part: it doesn’t last on the skin at all. The redeeming quality is the bottle, which is lovely. It’s harmless, bordering on boring. Maybe it works as a gift if you don’t know someone’s taste, or if they like Lady Gaga, who promoted it. Like Gaga, it promises a lot but delivers little. I don’t see the ‘viva’ in this ‘voce’. It’s an apathetic whisper.

It’s a light, elegant perfume associated with a certain age, but any woman can wear it. It smells fresh and sweet, but over time, on my skin, it smells like soap. Literally, classic L’Oréal Lavender soap. I don’t dislike it because it’s a very pleasant clean scent. I think it’s for everyday use, subtle and delicate, suitable for any season but especially spring and autumn. I like to keep it in my closet as a backup, and it reminds me of the sweetness of Cacharel’s Yes I Am Glorious. It’s worth it if you find it at a good price.